Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
South Basin
In or near Lochmaddy.
South Basin — a natural feature in scotland highlands.

Claire Pegrum — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
South Basin is a named natural feature in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
South Basin is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. It features distinctive geological formations and scenic views characteristic of the region. The area is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, attracting visitors interested in outdoor activities and photography.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.6000, -7.1500
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS6 5AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Sources
- manual: geonames-2637481 (CC BY 4.0)
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Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum and Arts Centre
Museums · 0.6 km

The Old Courthouse
B&Bs · 0.9 km

Lochmaddy
Towns & cities · 0.9 km

Lochmaddy Sheriff Court
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Hamersay House
Hotels · 0.9 km

Loch Maddy
Mountains & hills · 1.0 km

Both nam Faileas
Public art & sculpture · 1.1 km

Sponish Harbour
Harbours & ports · 1.9 km

Lochmaddy
Villages · 2.0 km
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Museums · Scottish Islands
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Lochmaddy
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Basin?
- South Basin is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS6 5AD).
- What is South Basin?
- South Basin — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to South Basin?
- Drivers can use postcode HS6 5AD.
- How do I get to South Basin?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS6 5AD. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.